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Our top choices for Edinburgh hostels

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Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (270 reviews)
"Amazing staff and clean rooms"
Canada
Gabrielle
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Check-in/check-out kiosk

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very central location clean and modern facilities "
United Kingdom
Daniel
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (203 reviews)
"Best hostel in Edinburgh will definitely return"
United Kingdom
Mustafa Zahid
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Property entrance

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (170 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff"
Canada
Megan
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Café

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (206 reviews)
"Located close to the tram line, which gave direct access to the airport. Staff were friendly & helpful. Didn’t use the amenities too much, but the kitchen area looked well stocked with equipment."
United Kingdom
Clive
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Double Room

Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (333 reviews)
"the staff are really helpfull"
United Kingdom
Hadeel
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Argyle Backpackers
Interior detail

Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (34 reviews)
"The room is clean and quiet, needs about 15min walk to city center"
United Kingdom
Hou Hin
Belford Hostel
Reception

Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (62 reviews)
"lovely place to stay, private double room was nice and clean and set up well. had everything we needed. would stay again"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Haystack Hostel
Aerial view

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, Good, (355 reviews)
"Excelent"
United States
Aminie
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Basic hostel in good location."
United States
Tianna
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Japanese-style Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
2.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Cold room, bed bugs, only 1 shower, 1 toilet and 1 tiny sink for 12 people. Never hot water to shower (I stayed there for 5 nights and never had hot water). The only thing that worked was the Wifi. It was relatively clean as well, so thank you to the cleaners, but everything else was bad. "
Norway
Beatrice
The price is NZ$46
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Revolver Edinburgh
Interior

Glasgow Youth Hostel

Glasgow Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Glasgow Westend
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable rooms, good dining and hangout areas, helpful staff and good amenities"
United States
Ethan
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Glasgow Youth Hostel
Outdoor spa tub

Revolver Glasgow

Revolver Glasgow
2.0 star property
City Centre Glasgow
7.6 out of 10, Good, (228 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Anna
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Revolver Glasgow
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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and the staff is friendly and nice and they had great suggestions for places to eat and to visit. Just keep in mind the "ground" floor in this hotel in floor number 6 so if you like to get a good view i believe it's better to book rooms in the upper floors. Overall, the hotel have a perfect locations where you are on the famous Victoria street directly and close to Edinburgh castle and have alot of good restaurants around it. Would definitely come back again to stay here. "
Mariam 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Find out more about Edinburgh

Edinburgh Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,113
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$46
Highest Price
NZ$177

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Edinburgh?
Based on reviews from our customers, these hostels in Edinburgh have the highest ratings: Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation - Located within a 20-minute walk of University of Edinburgh. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. A&o Edinburgh City - Hostel - Located steps from Royal Mile. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Argyle Backpackers - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with TVs, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel - Located steps from Royal Mile. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, TVs and bed sheets in all rooms. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Edinburgh?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Edinburgh, one of Expedia's 27 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Edinburgh is 887 mm.
What is there to see and do in Edinburgh?
Generally, Edinburgh is known for its historical sites, museums and local tours. Top attractions include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Get out into nature with places such as Princes Street Gardens, The Meadows and Royal Botanic Garden. Cultural attractions include Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland and MacEwan Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Edinburgh while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Edinburgh on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away. Another option is Dundee (DND), located 35.3 mi (56.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transport to get around. Nearby metro stations include Princes Street Tram Stop, St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Haymarket Tram Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station, Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) or Edinburgh Haymarket Station.

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